Ep. 8 Andy Panko - Woodworking | Unexpected Hobbies of Financial Advisors |

In this episode of Unexpected Hobbies of Financial Advisors, hosts Brian Wright and Joshua Walker interview Andy Panko, CFP®, RICP®, EA, owner of Tenon Financial. Andy shares his intriguing journey into woodworking, a hobby influenced by his father's handiwork and further fueled by his passion during college. He discusses how his woodworking interests blend with his professional life, revealing some fascinating overlaps and unique experiences, like being a contestant on HGTV's All American Handyman. This insightful discussion uncovers how Andy balances his career in financial planning with his creative endeavors in woodworking. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:48 Meet Andy Panko: Financial Advisor and Woodworking Enthusiast 01:28 The Origin of Tenon Financial 03:07 Andy’s Early Exposure to Woodworking 04:16 College Days and Woodworking Inspirations 08:20 From Hobby to Professional Consideration 11:43 Balancing Woodworking with Family and Career 15:33 Special Projects and Memorable Builds 16:50 Woodworking for Friends and Family 20:42 Dance Props and Practical Builds 23:12 Building a Treadmill Shelf 23:26 Liability Issues in Marching Band Props 24:49 Woodworking and Business Development 26:27 Favorite and Least Favorite Woods 27:45 Finishing Techniques: Paint vs. Stain 29:21 Sourcing Wood for Projects 30:22 Advice for Aspiring Woodworkers 31:23 The Temptation of Shiny New Tools 32:19 Quality Tools: When to Invest 35:30 Woodworking Conventions and Shows 37:03 The Tenon Financial Experiment 40:18 Learning Resources for Woodworking 42:07 Where to Find More About Andy Panko 43:06 Conclusion and Final Thoughts